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Cracking UPSC is tough, but securing All India Rank 1 is a whole different level. Aditya Srivastava, an IIT Kanpur graduate, pulled this off in his third attempt. What’s even more impressive? In his second attempt (2022), he secured AIR 236 and got into IPS but still pushed for a better rank. That’s pure dedication!
So, let’s break down exactly how he prepared, along with some micro-strategies that helped him ace the exam.
A common mistake among aspirants is preparing for Prelims and Mains separately. Aditya made sure to integrate both stages so that he wasn’t studying things twice unnecessarily.
For subjects like Polity, Economy, and Geography, he made sure to focus on concepts that were relevant for both Prelims and Mains.
He started answer writing early, even before Prelims, to ensure he had enough practice.
Prelims has become unpredictable, and Aditya knew that blind memorization wouldn’t work.
Instead of mugging up facts, he focused on understanding themes.
For elimination techniques, he practiced mock tests daily in the last 3 months.
UPSC Mains is where you actually score the marks that get you a good rank. Aditya’s approach was simple:
Direct, structured answers: No unnecessary fluff. He used bullet points + subheadings for clarity.
Data + Examples: Every answer had real-life examples, reports, and government schemes.
Diagrams & Flowcharts: Even in non-technical answers, he used simple visual elements to stand out.
Choosing an engineering subject as an optional can be risky, but Aditya used a structured plan:
Basic books + IIT Notes: He revised his college notes instead of picking new materials.
Numerical + Theory Mix: Instead of just solving problems, he focused on explaining concepts in simple terms in his answers.
Instead of reading multiple newspapers, Aditya stuck to:
The Hindu + Indian Express (only editorial pages).
Self-Made Notes on major events.
Aditya knew that UPSC essays need more than just information dumping. His approach:
Storytelling Introductions: He often started essays with a real-life anecdote, quote, or historical event.
Balanced Arguments: Every topic had both pros and cons, with a structured flow.
Use of Examples: He ensured that every paragraph had a fact, an example, or a case study.
Aditya saw the UPSC interview as a personality test, not a fact-checking session.
He didn’t over-prepare for mock interviews to keep his answers natural.
Instead of memorizing answers, he practiced thinking on his feet to handle unexpected questions.
Unlike many toppers who study 10-12 hours a day, Aditya followed a balanced approach:
4-5 hours of intense studying in the morning.
1-2 hours of revision & answer writing in the evening.
Breaks for exercise & relaxation to stay fresh.
Aditya Srivastava’s success wasn’t about studying 15 hours a day but using smart techniques consistently. If you’re preparing for UPSC, pick strategies that work for you and apply them consistently.
